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What Rodeos Teach Kids About Animals | Winnipeg News
This summer, kids across Manitoba are flocking to rodeos in cowboy hats and cotton candy, but what message are these events really sending? While schools teach empathy and respect for animals, rodeos show kids animals being chased, roped, and restrained for entertainment — a stark contradiction. Children naturally love animals and learn from every interaction, but witnessing fear and distress can teach them that such treatment is acceptable. Research confirms animals show clear signs of fear — even experts say calm handling is more humane. And here’s the kicker: a UN committee officially…
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